Mission
True North means aligning with your calling, getting in touch with your inner-knowing, and discovering the right path. At True North Equine the mission is to do that with horses. Macey helps horses and people discover their fullest potential through training, lessons, and facilitation. For more information on Macey and True North Equine, read on below.
Macey McCallion: Owner/Trainer
Macey began riding at the age of 5 in 1989. She comes from a background in showing western and hunter pleasure horses. She started her professional career in 2002 and founded True North Equine in 2020. She has won multiple Regional and National championships in the Morgan horse show circuit, USEF region horse of the year awards, California show horse association, and ETI competitions. In addition to competing in the Morgan show circuit, Macey has ridden with and apprenticed for many top level riders across multiple disciplines.
Although Macey’s background is in competitive riding, her approach to horses and riders has been heavily influenced by her work in the equine assisted learning and therapy field. After graduating college with a BA in Sociology, Macey attended trainings at the Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies. This was where Macey began to realize what a profound impact horses can truly have on humans. She went on to obtain her certification in equine facilitated learning from The HERD institute and the Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies.
Macey’s approach in working with horses is a relational one. She believes horses want harmony and connection. Any issues that arise in your horse are opportunities for self reflection and personal growth. Macey acknowledges that horses call us to our greatness and they offer us opportunities to grow, heal and evolve as humans. She currently operates True North Equine at Sycamore Canyon Equestrian Center in San Dimas CA. Macey also Partners with Daron Hodge of Stable Ground offering Equine Psychotherapy sessions to a wide range of populations.
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Macey's focus is on developing relational horsemanship skills in the human and instilling confidence and trust in horses. To achieve this her emphasis is on developing somatic awareness and mental clarity in the rider, and focusing on relationship building and connection with the horses. The goal is to truly enjoy the company of your horse and make your dreams, whatever they may from the show arena to the trail be a tangible reality. If you wish to deepen your understanding of yourself, improve your horsemanship, and become a competent, confident rider, contact Macey to take the next steps in your equine journey!
Crystal Walker: Assistant Trainer
Crystal started riding at a young age, earning her HA and B rating in pony club as a youth. She has ridden with many top trainers in the sport during her riding career. Crystal has been teaching and training since 2009 and has experience in hunter/ Jumper, eventing, western pleasure and dressage. Her passion is teaching and developing strong confident riders and training up young horses into their full potential.
Crystal believes the horse comes first and building that partnership and bond with your horse is the key to longterm success. ​​​At True North Equine, Crystal will be offering riding lessons, jumping training/lessons, assisting with other horses in training and assisting at horse shows. Crystal is truly a welcome asset to the True North Equine team.​​